MUMBAI: A prolonged West Asia war is slowing down the pace of IPOs, delaying exits for investors as companies rethink timelines to launch public issues amid a volatile market. In 2025, IPOs drove nearly 40% of public market exits for venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) growth investors (covers select PE investments), helped by…
‘Michael’, the biopic on the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, headlined by Jaafar Jackson, has posted a steady opening weekend at the Indian box office. As per early estimates, the film collected an estimated Rs 16 crore net over its first three days, despite a mixed critical reception.According to trade estimates on sacnilk, the…
Actor Pradeep Ranganathan captivated Hyderabad audiences at the ‘LIK’ pre-release event by employing an AI translator for real-time speech conversion. This innovative approach, a departure from his previous film’s promotional experience where a translator added humor, impressed fans. His embrace of technology for clear communication is now a major talking point. Actor and filmmaker Pradeep…
“Bhagya Lakshmi”, an Indian-flagged tanker, turned back in the Strait of Hormuz after it was denied passage by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy following Iran’s announcement of the closure of the narrow waterway.In a video shared by an Iranian journalist on X, crew members of the ship are heard trying to communicate with the Iranian…
MUMBAI: The life insurance industry recorded a 15.7% expansion in new business premiums during FY26, as the sector navigated a landscape defined by diverging growth strategies across individual and group segments. Total premiums across the industry climbed to Rs 4.6 lakh crore from close to Rs 4 lakh crore in FY25. This momentum highlights a…
Currency Note Press, Nashik, Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Finance has issued the recruitment notification for multiple posts under Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL). The exam is aimed at filling technical and administrative positions involved in printing currency notes, passports, stamps and other secure government documents. Candidates from…
I met my boyfriend when he was playing Bach in the park. I was taking my usual jog past London zoo and around the Regent’s Park boating lake when I was stopped in my tracks by the most beautiful music. Wafting across the rose garden was an exquisite guitar rendition of Bach’s prelude in E…
Daredevil: Born Again has made a triumphant return for its second season on Disney+, receiving rave reviews with a remarkable 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This season, which debuted on March 24, 2026, showcases a sharper storyline and standout performances that have captivated audiences. ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ season 2 has arrived on Disney+, and the…
SEOUL, April 16 (Reuters) – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make state visits to India and Vietnam between April 19 and 24, a presidential adviser said on Thursday. Lee will start his trip in New Delhi at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, presidential adviser Wi Sung-lac told a briefing, according to…
This year, 251 Greek beaches have been declared closed to any kind of building, including everything from hired sunbeds and umbrellas to temporary wooden structures. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The Greek Environment Ministry says the decision is aimed at strengthening the protection of beaches of special aesthetic, geomorphological and environmental importance, as well as preserving valuable habitats…
